A lifetime’s observations and experiences are captured by Jean McArthur – poet, nurse, artist, and traveller in her new book A Garden Full of Weeds.
Poignant moments are described with a visual artist’s eye and balanced with the compassion of one in the caring professions. With an intrinsic connection to the natural world, and a fascination for people, McArthur has created a unique poetry collection that spans the south-east of South Australia, to Canada, Mexico, Sri Lanka and South East Asia.
A Garden Full of Weeds was made possible through generous funding from Country Arts SA and the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund. The funding supported Jean McArthur to have a poetry mentor, Jude Aquilina, who provided consistent support, encouragement and suggestions.
Book Launch
Jude Aquilina will be launching the book A Garden Full of Weeds in both Adelaide and Mount Gambier. Ginnindera Press warmly invites you to attend.
6:30pm Thursday 4 April – Burnside Library, 401 Greenhill Road, Tusmore
6:00pm Friday 3 May – Riddoch Art Gallery, Mount Gambier